Diagnostic Radiologic Technologist

Military Treatment Facilities under DHA • Tripler Army Medical Center, HI

4d • Onsite

About The Position

This position is located in the Department of Radiology at Tripler Army Medical Center in Honolulu, Hawaii. The technologist performs magnetic resonance imaging (MRI) examinations of the head, spine, extremities, and body; positions patients and produces images needed for requested examinations; helps triage patient scheduling; and consults with radiologists about non-standard examinations and examination results. The position also involves administering emergency medicinal injections under the direction of the physician in charge, performing required preventative maintenance, and maintaining permanent scan records on optical disks and in the film library. The workplace is tobacco-free.

The position requires shift coverage for evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations, with a stated schedule of 0900–1730 Monday through Friday. The incumbent must also carry a cell phone and be available on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, on a rotational basis. It is designated mission essential, requiring continuity of operations during all-hazard emergency situations. The position requires lifting up to 25 pounds and recurring interaction with children and youth under age 18.

The position requires American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification and current Basic Life Support (BLS) training and certification sponsored or endorsed by the American Heart Association. Applicants must meet the federal radiology certification basic requirement and qualify at the GS-08 level through specialized experience, qualifying graduate education, or a combination. A pre-placement medical examination, immunization screening, Hepatitis B immunization for direct patient contact, and background investigation are required. Annual seasonal influenza vaccination and participation in applicant and random drug testing are also required.

Requirements

• Meet the basic radiology certification requirement under Public Law 97-35 and 42 CFR Part 75, including qualifying education and radiographer certification or an applicable federal-service exception.
• For GS-08, have one year of specialized experience performing computerized 3D and 2D MRI scanning of the head and/or body and receiving patients and explaining procedures; or have one and a half years of directly related graduate-level education; or have a qualifying combination of education and experience.
• Hold American Registry of Radiologic Technologists (ARRT) certification.
• Obtain and maintain current Basic Life Support (BLS) training and certification sponsored or endorsed by the American Heart Association.
• Complete a suitability or fitness determination and background investigation, including initial and periodic checks due to recurring interaction with children and youth under age 18.
• Meet the mandatory seasonal influenza vaccination requirement and undergo immunization screening; Hepatitis B immunization is required for positions involving direct patient contact.
• Complete a pre-placement medical examination.
• Participate in applicant and random drug testing and sign DA Form 5019 for random drug urinalysis testing.
• Be able to lift up to 25 pounds during regular duties.
• Work shift coverage for evenings, weekends, holidays, or special situations; the stated schedule is 0900–1730 Monday through Friday, with rotational 24/7 on-call availability.
• Provide proof of U.S. citizenship.
• If applicable, male applicants born after December 31, 1959, must complete a Pre-Employment Certification Statement for Selective Service Registration.
• If qualifying with foreign education, provide an evaluation establishing equivalency to accredited U.S. education or documentation of accepted transfer credit.

Nice To Haves

• Recruitment incentives may be authorized for highly qualified candidates.
• Advance-In-Hire may be authorized for highly qualified candidates, if eligible.

Responsibilities

• Perform MRI examinations of the head, spine, extremities, and body.
• Position patients and produce the necessary images for requested examinations.
• Assist with triaging patient scheduling.
• Consult with radiologists to establish requirements for non-standard examinations.
• Advise radiologists of examination results.
• Administer emergency medicinal injections under the direction of the physician in charge.
• Perform preventative maintenance as required.
• Maintain permanent records of scans on optical disks and in the film library.
• Carry a cell phone and be on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week, on a rotational basis.
• Ensure continuity of Tripler Army Medical Center operations during all-hazard emergency situations.

Benefits

• Federal employees and their families have access to a comprehensive benefits package; specific benefits depend on position type and should be confirmed with the hiring agency.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level